Mandatory Training for Strata Committee Members: Why It Matters and What It Delivers

Recent reforms under the Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Act 2025 (NSW) have introduced a game-changing requirement: every strata committee member must complete mandatory training. This isn’t just a box-ticking exercise—it’s a strategic move to strengthen governance and protect communities.

What’s Changing?

Under Section 37 of the amended Act:

• Training is compulsory for all committee members.

• Non-compliance means automatic removal from the committee.

• Completion of training is now a prerequisite for nomination or re-election at AGMs.

Why Mandatory Training?

Strata committees act like a board of directors for your building. They oversee:

• Repairs and maintenance

• Financial management

• Compliance with safety and legal standards

Yet many committee members are volunteers with little formal knowledge of strata law. This gap often leads to:

• Poor decision-making

• Internal disputes

• Compliance breaches

Mandatory training addresses these issues by ensuring members understand their legal duties, financial responsibilities, and governance obligations.

Key Benefits of Training

✅ Better Governance

Members learn to act honestly, fairly, and with due care—reducing risk and improving transparency.

✅ Fewer Disputes

Clear understanding of roles and by-laws minimizes conflicts between owners and committees.

✅ Improved Financial Oversight

Training covers budgeting, levy management, and capital works planning—critical for long-term asset protection.

✅ Compliance Confidence

Members stay up-to-date with evolving regulations, avoiding costly penalties and NCAT interventions.

✅ Professional Standards

Aligns committee duties with those of company directors, elevating strata governance to a corporate standard.

How AI Can Help

Your AI-powered platform can:

• Track training completion and compliance deadlines.

• Provide digital resources and reminders.

• Offer governance insights and risk alerts.

This ensures committees remain compliant without adding administrative burden.

The Bottom Line

Mandatory training isn’t just a legal requirement, it’s an opportunity to build stronger, smarter strata communities. By embracing education and technology, committees can turn governance challenges into a foundation for success.